Adirondack Christmas Train: November 27, 28, and 29
Passengers travel aboard vintage train coaches through scenic winter landscapes on a roundtrip excursion to Thendara. A complimentary shuttle brings travelers to Old Forge's Christmas on Main Street to enjoy decorated shops, carriage rides, carillon bells, and a Christmas tree lighting. During the trip, guests can relax in climate-controlled cars and purchase meals and drinks in the Café Car.
What to Expect
Vintage train excursion to Old Forge's Christmas on Main Street.
Event Details
Duration
11.5 hours.
Food & Drink
The Café Car serves light and hearty food and beverages, including alcoholic drinks for purchase with valid ID; passengers may bring a small cooler, but not alcohol.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and scenic-train enthusiasts
Vibe
Festive and scenic
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Coach Class: Adults $55, Children $40, Senior $50, Military $45. Diamond Class: Adult $150, Child $135, Senior $145, Military $140. – Get tickets
- Hours: Start time: 10:00 a.m. Departs Utica at 10:00 am; arrives in Thendara at 12:15 pm; departs Thendara at 7:00 pm; arrives in Utica at 9:00 pm.
- Accessibility: Train is accessible for wheelchairs up to 26 inches wide; train restrooms and shuttle buses are not wheelchair accessible.
Tips & Advice
- Measure a wheelchair before reserving, as the maximum train doorway opening is 26 inches and the shuttle cannot accommodate wheelchairs.
- Bring a small cooler with food and non-alcoholic drinks if you want your own provisions; alcoholic beverages cannot be brought aboard.
- Allow for the full 11.5-hour excursion, including the layover in Thendara and the return journey to Utica.
- Book early if your travel dates are fixed, since trips may sell out and reservation changes depend on availability.
- Use the complimentary shuttle to reach downtown Old Forge during the layover; the train stops at Thendara rather than Old Forge.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children, seniors and military personnel have separate ticket fares.
- Diamond Class tickets are available as a premium option.
- The train returns to Utica after the Christmas tree lighting.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the excursion?
The roundtrip train journey travels from Utica to Thendara and back, with a layover and shuttle transportation to and from downtown Old Forge.
What can I do during the layover in Old Forge?
Christmas on Main Street includes decorated shops, carriage rides and carillon bells. The train returns to Utica after the Christmas tree lighting.
Is food available on the train, and can I bring my own?
The Café Car serves food and beverages, and passengers may bring a small cooler with food and non-alcoholic drinks. Alcohol may not be brought aboard.
Is the train wheelchair accessible?
Standard-size wheelchairs can board through a doorway with a maximum opening width of 26 inches. Train restrooms are not wheelchair accessible, and the shuttle cannot accommodate wheelchairs; stations have accessible restrooms.
Can I change my reservation if my plans change?
Reservations may be switched to another date subject to availability. Trips may sell out.
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